Technical Engineer

Novo Nordisk A/S; Gentofte Kommune; On-site; DKK 500,000 - 734,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking a Technical Engineer to secure reliable, compliant equipment in aseptic filling within a highly regulated environment. You will optimize processes, support daily production, and drive improvement initiatives across the site in Gentofte.

The role emphasizes GMP documentation, training of operators, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to sustain high-quality, compliant operations. Strong engineering foundations and a proactive mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in engineering/science.
• Some years of experience or starting your first job.
• Experience from pharmaceutical or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Understanding of GMP requirements and quality management systems.
• Structured, solution-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Self-driven, curious mindset with ability to collaborate and influence across teams.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of technical equipment, ensuring validated state, compliance, and ongoing optimization
• Support daily operations in production, troubleshooting issues and driving systematic problem-solving
• Lead and contribute to process improvements, projects, and technical initiatives
• Develop and maintain GMP documentation, including SOPs, batch records, and change control activities
• Coach and train operators and colleagues while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in engineering/science

Job description

Technical Engineer - Equipment & Maintenance Support, Gentofte

Do you want to play a key role in ensuring stable and efficient aseptic production in a highly regulated environment? Join us as a Technical Engineer and help drive performance, quality, and continuous improvement in our filling operations at our site in Gentofte.

This is your opportunity to combine technical expertise with operational impact and cross-functional collaboration.

Your new role

As a Technical Engineer, you will act as a key technical person within aseptic filling production. You will ensure equipment reliability, optimise processes, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with GMP standards.

You will:

• Take ownership of technical equipment, ensuring validated state, compliance, and ongoing optimization
• Support daily operations in production, troubleshooting issues and driving systematic problem-solving
• Lead and contribute to process improvements, projects, and technical initiatives
• Develop and maintain GMP documentation, including SOPs, batch records, and change control activities
• Coach and train operators and colleagues while collaborating closely with cross-functional stakeholders

Your new department

You will join the Equipment & Maintenance Support team within aseptic production in Gentofte. The department focuses on validating a new state of the art automated isolator filling line, while also ensuring existing production of hemophilia products.

The team works closely with operators, specialists, and stakeholders across the site to ensure validation, stable production and high-quality standards. With a strong focus on collaboration, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, you will be part of a highly skilled and dedicated environment where knowledge sharing, and teamwork are key to success.

Your skills and qualifications

To succeed in this role, you bring both strong technical expertise and a proactive mindset.

We expect that you have:

• A B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree within engineering, science, or a related field
• Some years of experience or maybe starting your first job
• Potentially experience from pharmaceutical or highly regulated manufacturing environments
• Understanding of GMP requirements and quality management systems
• A structured and solution-oriented approach with strong problem-solving skills
• A self-driven, curious mindset with the ability to collaborate and influence across teams

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

What we offer

At Novo Nordisk, you’ll join a global healthcare company with a unique culture and strong results. We offer continuous learning, career development, and benefits tailored to your life and career stage.

For this role, the Annual Base Salary ranges from 499,600 DKK to 734,400 DKK, corresponding to the level of the position.

The placement within the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on the candidate’s skills, competencies, knowledge, and relevant experience.

Incentives and Benefits: The salary package may include short-term and/or long-term incentives as well as other employee benefits based on position level, location, functional area and relevant market benchmarks.

Learn more about our Reward Philosophy here .

Deadline

End of September 2026.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.